Most Beautiful Shabby Chic Bedroom Ideas
26 Perfectly Imperfect Shabby Chic Bedrooms
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Stick to One Tone
Designed by Leanne Ford Interiors, this studio fuses the best of shabby chic, Wabi-Sabi, and contemporary styles. The rice paper pendant lights are both affordable and on-trend while the loose French linen slipcovers and exposed materials dipped in white create a cohesive, lived-in, and classic whole.
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Coordinate Your Accents
This bedroom is so much more than a bedroomit's an experience. The statement wall is animated by DIY wallpaper and coordinates beautifully with the prints propped up on the mantle while the custom headboard brings a pop of graphics and color, both complementing and contrasting with the toile bedskirt, and the blush pink walls and painted chair as a makeshift side table balance everything out.
Check out Etsy for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Vintage Audubon Sea Birds Print, $40
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Take a Tailored Approach
Shabby chic, but make it fancy. Designed by Leta Austin Foster, this Palm Beach bedroom is perfectly coordinated, from the matching headboard upholstery, wallpaper, and pleated sconce shade, to the framed prints and washed French country chic dresser. Keep things tonal for a similar look, and add just a few shabby chic accents for a nice balance between approachable and refined.
Check out Chairish for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Vintage French Provincial Dresser, $450
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Bring Vintage-Inspired Drama
Built in 1706, this Hamptons family home is full of character. "This house is a collection of things we love," says designer and homeowner Jennifer Vaughn Miller. "Every piece has a story." The biggest lesson being that vintage furniture and decor is practically made for shabby chic enthusiasts, but antique beds can be a little trickier to work with (they tend to run on the smaller side, for example). So when it comes to decorating a shabby chic bedroom, opt for a contemporary but vintage-inspired bed frame, like this wrought-iron one. It complements the vaulted ceiling while the full, frilly bedskirt warms everything up.
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BUY NOW PB Teen Maison Canopy Bed, $799
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Introduce a Touch of Modern
In this space designed by Arent & Pyke, the hydrangeas reflect the soft blue and gray tones of the bedding and the casual bed frame contrasts with the modern side table. Black accents add an unexpected element to a shabby chic space, perfect for someone dabbling in the design trend but still hoping to exude a modern energy.
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Look for Vintage Deals
"Exuberantly feminine, yet resolutely chic" was designer Jonathan Berger's motto for decorating this Brooklyn townhouse. Berger found the Suzani on eBay and the whimsical Venetian-inspired headboard is covered in Nouvelle Orleans, a cut velvet from Clarence House that looks like ironwork but, of course, is much softer to the touch. The antique Napoleon III rope ottoman covered in an Aubusson tapestry adds a French country chic feel to seal the deal.
Check out Anthropologie for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Anthropologie Velvet Ainsworth Bed, $1889
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Create a Monochrome Cocoon
If you love shabby chic vibes but tend to prefer neutral color palettes, focus on layering in a variety of fabrics and materials to create a layered look. Tented in various fabrics, this bedroom designed by Benjamin Dhong is a romantic cocoon of comfort. Beyond looking beautiful, all this fabric can also muff noise, carrying you off even deeper into a lovely dreamland.
Check out Anthropologie for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Gleaming Primrose Mirror, $448
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Balance Out the Boho Vibes
This bedroom designed by Regan Baker is a perfect balance between old-world bohemian and modern-day design. The large-scale photograph of another yellow bedroom, one of a more traditional design. Both reflecting and refracting the bedroom, it keeps us on our toes. In true bohemian fashion, simply lean your artwork against the wall instead of hanging it.
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BUY NOW Yellow Pom Pom Blanket, $57
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Bring Ever Corner to Life
A swoon-worthy Kathryn M. Ireland daybed is lit up with a whimsical and elaborate chandelier that corresponds well with the artwork and throw pillows. The plush rug makes this bedroom nook the perfect sanctuary for afternoon of slumbering and reading.
Check out Wayfair for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Rosecliff Heights Coles Twin Daybed, $620
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Don't Be Shy With Greenery
When your bedroom is looking lackluster, add greenery! It instantly livens up a space. In this bedroom corner, the folding screen and fabric ottoman surrounded by plants create so much dimension. And the luxe green throw blanket, blush pink linens, and upholstered headboard make the bedroom even more restful.
Check out One King's Lane for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOWOne King's Lane Merrill Room Screen, $395
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Work In Subtle Contrasts
Designed by Katherine M. Ireland, these white painted whicker twin beds are topped with mosquito net canopies for an ethereal touch. The rose-print, blush pink and pistachio green canopy toppers offer a slight contrast in print but keep the color story consistent.
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BUY NOW World Market Cotton Gauze Sheer Canopy, $49
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Use the Environment as Inspiration
This beach house bedroom designed by Arent & Pyke plays up the coastal locale with casual pieces like a jute rug, wooden side table, playful striped pillows, and ocean photography. Though each item fits the general shabby chic beach theme, together they create a unique and contemporary space.
Check out Home Depot for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW LR Resources Round Jute Rug, $50
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Stick to Muted Palettes
Life imitates art in this shabby chic bedroom. The beauty of shabby chic decorating is its laidback, effortless approach, like using an old pitcher as a vase and simply placing it on the floor. The cool, pale icy blue tones give it a cloud-like atmosphere while the rose motif provides it an easy romance.
Check out Joss & Main for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Libourne End Table With Drawer, $186
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Mix Modern With Traditional
Every last detail in Teresa and Michael Drapkin's home is lovingly curated. Even the white porcelain doorknobs popping against the black painted door contributes to the narrative of the space and provides practical value. And in classic shabby chic style, everything is unpretentious and has a purpose, like the stool propping up the night light.
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BUY NOW Anthropologie Harlington Doorknob, $42
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Don't Overdo It
Since shabby chic bedrooms are laidback and grounded. In this bedroom designed by Leanne Ford, loose linens make for an effortlessly chic bed situation while the antique floor mirror and structural pendant light dress things up. When sticking to one neutral color family, be sure to introduce plenty of varying textures for a more robust look.
Check out Target for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Project62 + Leanne Ford Rope Pendant Light, $49
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Mix Patterns and Colors
Vibrant shades of pink and calming blue palm trees... what's not to love? Though you can definitely keep things simple and airy with creams and whites, shabby chic design can also look beautiful when you layer rich contrasting patterns, colors, and materials. In this bedroom decorated by textile designer Lisa Fine, the patchwork quilt makes the velvet chair pop and the blue trim brings a touch of consistently, matching with the matching walls, headboard, and sconce shades.
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BUY NOW World Menagerie Kozlowski Rainbow Quilt, $92
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Make Sure It's Inviting
A wrought-iron four poster bed is softened by Jonathan Robshaw drapery in this striking bedroom designed by Amanda Lindroth. This Bahaman family home is pared down approachable with a jute rug and warm colors, but the tailored banquet and youthful canopy are just elaborate enough. Bonus: The banquet is upholstered in a Kravet linen comfortable enough to sleep extra guests.
Check out Bloomingdale's for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Jonathan Robshaw Decorative Throw Pillow, $100
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Refurbish Old Items
Anything old can be something new, useful, and beautiful with the right outlook. Case in point? The handsome leather headboard that anchors this bedroom was a wrestling mat in its past life. And the fresh coat of white paint, refined bronze and black sconces, and fresh bedding make it impossible to know that this space was previously a dilapidated barn.
Check out Burke Decor for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW OYOY Headboard, $299
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Feature Natural Materials
With layers of laidback linens in a variety of hues, this bedroom exudes warmth and a timeless taste. The tall upholstered headboard brings in some bright, playful tones while sticking to the distressed character of French country design. The large pendant light also plays with proportion, highlighting the elaborately tall headboard.
Check out Chairish for shabby chic bedroom finds, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Vintage French Gray Bedside Table, $150
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Find Beauty in Imperfection
Economical meets stylish in this family home that two brothers had been dreaming of owning and fixing up since they were kids and spotted it from the school bus window. Exposed, rustic materials like wood beams on the ceiling and brick walls keep this space feeling lived in and edgy while the more delicate pieces, like the frilly bedding, dainty wrought-iron bed frame, and plush sheepskin throw dress it up and make it feel a little more romantic. Everything was designed to maintain the buildings boneseven the curtains are hung from the ceiling to prevent disturbing the walls.
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50 Delightfully Stylish and Soothing Shabby Chic Bedrooms
There are few styles that seem to polarize design aficionados like shabby chic. Some absolutely love the simplicity of the aged dcor it brings in and the tranquility that it seems to create, while others find it too feminine and far from practical. Regardless of which camp you fall into, there is little doubting the fact that shabby chic has made giant waves in the world of interior design over the last two decades. Today, the elegant style is more popular than ever before, and homeowners are increasingly gravitating toward its charming appeal. If you want to try out shabby chic, NOW is definitely the time, and the bedroom is the perfect place to get started!
The soothing and feminine bedroom and shabby chic style seem like a match made in decorating heaven. The spirit of this style is all about comfort, eco-conscious dcor choices, and a blend of vintage and antique finds with modern touches. With many different variants and an ample room to showcase both your creativity and DIY projects, this is a style that lets you display your personality while transforming the bedroom into a calming retreat. Scroll through these 50 gorgeous bedrooms we have lined up to find out more
Vintage & Reclaimed
Vintage and antique finds are the lifeline of shabby chic, no matter which subtle twist you wish to incorporate into the style. Distressed finishes are always welcome here, as dcor with an aged, worn-out look helps give that touch of authenticity to the bedroom. In fact, it is the genuinely aged furnishings that seem a lot more at home and welcome in this setting than those that have been treated to get a similar finish. Of course, this means that a trip to the nearest thrift store or flea market is the best way forward when shopping for shabby chic bedroom dcor and accessories. There are times when you will uncover an absolute gem in a nearby garage as well, so always keep your eyes open!
Dcor crafted from natural materials, old, vintage mirrors that casually sit in the bedroom corner, a DIY nightstand crafted from old trunks or creative art pieces that add personality; this is the dcor that truly helps fashion that dream shabby chic bedroom. Admittedly, this is not a style for everyone, and you need both an appreciation for the old and used furniture along with ample patience to get the right look.
A Delicate Splash of Color
There is no strict rule that says shabby chic bedrooms should only be draped in white and white alone. Of course, as you read on you will realize why white is a great option in most cases, but feel free to throw in a bit of your own style twist to customize that bedroom with color. Pastel hues have gone on to rule the world of fashion and design in the last few years, and here is your chance to try them out in the bedroom as well. Pastels and shabby chic go like hand in glove, and it is an approach that never fails. Gentle pink, watery yellows and elegantly cool greens help punctuate the antique decors and give them a colorful new lease on life.
Those looking to combine a Bohemian look with shabby chic style can opt for throw pillows and bedding in brighter colors, while a French country or beach cottage chic styles demand far less color. No matter what flavor you veer towards, remember that color is secondary to texture and finishes in the shabby chic bedroom.
An Ingenious Headboard
The headboard is one of those features in the bedroom that makes a big impact and can often define the style statement in the remainder of the room. The headboard choices for a shabby chic bedroom are truly diverse, and it is often reclaimed wooden paneling or an old shutter or barn door that seems to do the job! Adding a similar unique headboard in your own home is pretty easy if you can find one of these antique doors, and by just removing the existing layers of paint and painting it white, you get a headboard that is both refined and shabby chic.
Fall in Love with White!
If you love white, want a bedroom that has a touch of femininity and wish to discard the glossy modern alternatives, then shabby chic is indeed the way forward. White is the preferred choice in most shabby chic bedrooms, as it sets a relaxing backdrop that lets your vintage finds and antique accessories shine though. The use of various shades of white also minimizes visual fragmentation in the room, and it is a color that works beautifully with French country, beach cottage chic or just cottage chic variants of the style. As a rule when in doubt, turn to white in the shabby chic bedroom!
Picking the Right Bed
Most people tend to forget that the bed is indeed the central component of the bedroom and tend to focus far too much on everything else in the room. A vintage bed frame in wrought iron that is cleverly re-painted or a classic bed with European flair seem the way to go in most shabby chic bedrooms. Obviously the choice of the bed is also determined by the size of the room and the dcor around it, as you do not want to put an excessively large and indulgent bed in a small space. Plush bedding is the next step forward, as this is a style that encourages cozy comfort. A safe way to start is by first choosing the bed and then working around it by bringing in matching side tables, lighting fixtures and accessories.
